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Ford announces $1 billion investment at Kentucky plant following DOT criticism on China

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Ford Motor on Thursday announced a $1 billion investment to build a new paint shop at its crucial truck plant in Kentucky.

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  • Ford Motor on Thursday announced a $1 billion investment to build a new paint shop at its crucial truck plant in Kentucky.
  • Reported by CNBC World and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:31:38 UTC.

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